In fiscal year 2026, India received USD 140 billion in remittances.

India

Who

35 million Indians living abroad

What

When

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:33:49 GMT · 2h 49m ago

Where

India ·

Why

The Indian diaspora sends money home for investments, savings and family maintenance, providing a steady and reliable supply of foreign currency.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

These remittances curb deficits, support the rupee by creating demand for the local currency, and strengthen India's external balances, helping to keep the current account deficit under control.

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The Tribune
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/business/how-remittances-from-35-million-indians-living-abroad-shields-economy-2/
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